Studies show that men are not as environmentally friendly as women. But could men be…
Month: August 2016
Unexpected trove of gas discovered around larger stars
Astronomers using ALMA surveyed dozens of young stars — some Sun-like and others approximately double…
Western diet increases Alzheimer’s risk
Globally, about 42 million people now have dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease as the most common…
Fateful evolution: New study improves accuracy of cancer diagnosis
Researchers use evolutionary theory to make predictions about which Barrett’s esophagus (BE) patients will go…
Smokers with newly discovered genetic markers have higher lung cancer risk
Researchers discovered new genetic markers associated with a fast rate of nicotine metabolism, which potentially…
Mapping pluripotency differences between mice, monkeys, and humans
New research shows that certain primate stem cells have pluripotency superior to some types derived…
New method in synthesis and development for pharmaceuticals
Scientists have developed a new synthetic methods that facilitate the design and synthesis of bioactive…
Is prehospital stroke treatment associated with better outcomes?
When treating a patient with stroke, every minute counts. A specialized stroke ambulance allows physicians…
New strategy to fight mosquitoes in a more efficient and sustainable way
Mosquitoes continue to build resistance to existing pesticides. Research has now shown that the chemical…
What digital divide? Seniors embrace social technology
Contrary to popular belief, older adults enjoy emailing, instant messaging, Facebook and other forms of…